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John Kennedy

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1961, until his assassination on November 22, 1963. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Massachusetts and is often remembered for his leadership during the Cuban Missile Crisis, which brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. Kennedy also established the Peace Corps, promoting international service and cooperation, and he advocated for civil rights, laying the groundwork for future legislation in this area.

Oct 9, 1962

Enactment of this legislation will help give the American consumer the protection from unsafe and ineffective drugs.

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Oct 9, 1962

We ask you to join us on November 6th in putting Maryland in the Democratic column.

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Oct 9, 1962

I am pleased to approve this bill, which is designed to provide safer and more effective drugs to the American consumer.

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Oct 9, 1962

The fact of the matter is that the betting on sporting events has dropped to about 10 percent of what it was 2 years ago, and the head of the Royal Mounted Police in Canada stated that a good many big time gamblers and racketeers here in…

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Oct 9, 1962

The strength of this Nation around the world helps maintain the freedom of dozens of countries.

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Oct 9, 1962

Mr. President, I am glad to have the opportunity to welcome you here to the United States.

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Oct 9, 1962

The Constitution of the United States gives very great responsibilities to the President of the United States, especially in the field of foreign policy.

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Oct 9, 1962

We've helped, for the first time in the history of this country, to retrain unemployed workers.

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Oct 9, 1962

For the first time since 1938 the protection of the minimum wage law was extended to millions of workers who are not now covered.

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Oct 9, 1962

It is the responsibility of both of our countries, the responsibility of those who occupy positions of leadership, to attempt to guide our countries through this period, to maintain the peace, to maintain their vital interests, to maintain…

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